Using duece wheel centers in other rims? - Steel Soldiers::Military Vehicles Supersite

ranchand · 02-08-2010, 12:16

Ok, so I got some 15.5s with rims. Off of what I dont know? The rims have a centered offset. My plan is to cut out my stock duece centers and weld them into the 10in rims. This would put the offset at around a half inch, very close to putting the inside of the front tires at stock tire position. I have removed one center out of a stock rim and it looks rather meek next to these big rims and tires. I would like to hear your opinions.
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ranchand · 02-08-2010, 12:20

Are you guys able to see the pics?

drgreg · 02-08-2010, 12:59

Nope, no see the pictures mon.

ranchand · 02-08-2010, 13:13

Here are some pics:
The first one is what it will look like finished

ranchand · 02-08-2010, 13:43

Another option would be to have the centers turned down to fit inside the 10 bolt centers. But that would mean the tires would stick out 4-5" past the fender wells. Might look kinda sweet? But would it work?

ranchand · 02-08-2010, 14:19

Nevermind that would be ridiculous, to wide.

ranchand · 02-08-2010, 22:39

Come on guys, I figured everyone would want to input on this?
Does anyone know what these wheels are off?
Are the duece centers strong enough for this unsprung weight?
Should I weld them inside and out or will that affect the integrity?
Any thoughts and opinions will help and are much appreciated

gimpyrobb · 02-08-2010, 22:47

I'm not going to comment on yes or no, but the deuce bolt pattern centers that are being made for the Hemtt rims are made out of 1/2 and 5/8 plate. I doubt they would be reliable, but I am not an injuneer.

I know some guys that could make some centers for you. Hope this helps.

pjpiche1 · 02-08-2010, 22:54

The center of a deuce wheel is 1/2 inch plate.

eldgenb · 02-09-2010, 14:10

wow where did you get those tires?